location: Geneva, Switzerland (international open call)
host: Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP)
apply-url: https://www.cognitoforms.com/GenevaCentreForSecurityPolicy/_2026GCSPPrizeForInnovationInGlobalSecurity
The GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security is an annual competition organised by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) — an international foundation based in Geneva whose mission is to advance peace, security, and international cooperation. The 2026 Prize invites individuals, organisations, companies, and research institutions worldwide to submit innovative projects that address contemporary global security challenges.
About the GCSP
Founded in 1995, the Geneva Centre for Security Policy provides executive education, diplomatic dialogue, research, and policy advice to a global community of practitioners, diplomats, and policymakers. The GCSP Innovation Prize is part of its Creative Spark initiative to recognise and support breakthrough thinking in the global security space.
What the Prize Supports
- Innovative solutions addressing global security challenges across any domain
- Projects spanning human security, technological applications, governance, and international cooperation
- Early-stage ideas as well as more developed projects at any stage
- Academic research, civil society initiatives, policy tools, and technology-based solutions
Prize
- CHF 20,000 awarded to the winning project
- Presentation of the winning project at a GCSP event in Geneva
- Visibility within the GCSP global network of security professionals and policymakers
Eligibility
- Open to individuals, NGOs, companies, start-ups, and research institutions worldwide
- Projects must address a global security challenge
- International submissions strongly encouraged
How to Apply
Submit your project via the official application form on Cognito Forms. Provide a clear description of your innovation, how it addresses a global security challenge, and the potential impact of your work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the funding amount for the winning project?
The funding amount for the winning project is CHF 20,000. This prize is awarded by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy. The prize aims to support innovative projects that address contemporary global security challenges.
Where is the host organisation of the GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security located?
The host organisation, Geneva Centre for Security Policy, is located in Geneva, Switzerland. The prize is part of an international open call. The centre is an international foundation that advances peace, security, and international cooperation.
How can I submit my project for the GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security?
To submit your project, use the official application form on Cognito Forms. You need to provide a clear description of your innovation and its potential impact. The application form is available at https://www.cognitoforms.com/GenevaCentreForSecurityPolicy/_2026GCSPPrizeForInnovationInGlobalSecurity.
Who is eligible to apply for the GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security?
The prize is open to individuals, organisations, companies, and research institutions worldwide. The GCSP invites all these entities to submit innovative projects that address contemporary global security challenges.
What is the purpose of the GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security?
The prize is part of the Creative Spark initiative, which aims to recognise and support breakthrough thinking in the global security space. It is an annual competition organised by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy.